Recall 97V-210: 1997 Subaru Legacy

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 1997, covering about 19,730 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-210
Report date
Nov 13, 1997
Vehicles affected
19,730
Owners notified
Jan 5, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Insufficient clearance within the hazard warning light switch housing can cause a binding between the actuating button and the housing.

The risk

The switch could stick in an intermediate position when deactivating, resulting in the turn signals becoming inoperable.

The fix

Dealers will install a modified hazard warning switch.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin january 5, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V210000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Subaru Legacy1997All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 97V-210?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Insufficient clearance within the hazard warning light switch housing can cause a binding between the actuating button and the housing.

How is recall 97V-210 fixed?

Dealers will install a modified hazard warning switch.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.